? Camping W'end for New Moon Jan 15th 2010

[GTB_an_Owl (Geoff)]

no sorry Jacob - no stall

only pre ordered items will be transported

have to make room for the coloured water

geoff

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Originally Posted by jakob

Are you going to set-up a stall?

Good idea Jakob !!

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Originally Posted by GTB_an_Owl

have to make room for the coloured water

geoff

Thats right Geoff.
Bring plenty of coloured drinknig water.
I am planning on taking a keg of it.
Maybe two!

[Rick Petrie]

Originally Posted by GTB_an_Owl

how many kilo's of stowage was i allowed to bring Ric ?
it won't all fit on your back seat!

geoff

How many kilo's does a slab weigh?
There is a roof rack for you.. ala Chevy Chase's mother in law.

[Inmykombi (Geoff)]

Getting so excited now people. I may pack all three scopes

Should we be able to get ice at Mudgee somewhere to keep the rusty water icy cold ? Or where would be agood place to get ice ?

You-beauty........some time off will be great.

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Originally Posted by Inmykombie

Getting so excited now people. I may pack all three scopes

Should we be able to get ice at Mudgee somewhere to keep the rusty water icy cold ? Or where would be agood place to get ice ?

You-beauty........some time off will be great.

Mudgee?
Thats not on the way.
Dunedoo probably has ice.

Picking up my new Motorhome tomorrow.
WooHoo!
Excitement mounting.

Weather please clear

[Allan_L (Allan)]

I am planning on taking the Poker Set.

Who is interested in friedly, Texas No Limit Hold em ?
Between observation sessions of course.
(I am not going to mention that "C" word )

So, I have about $100,000 in casino quality poker chips. That should be enough, right?

I wonder if I can fit in the green felt poker table?

Surely there must be a few Poker fans among us?
... I definitely wont fit the table tennis table in!!!


AND
I hope to get info to you shortly on kitchen facilities there.
Darn this old timers memory thing.

getting close !
As Geoff says WOOO HOOO !!!

[theodog (Jeff)]

Yep, Dunedoo for ice.

$100000 in chips.
Sounds like I need to bring my 6-shooter and plenty of shirts. I haven't played poker since high school.

We should be fully independent when it comes to cooking facilities, etc.

On the weather, although storms are predicted they are often hit and miss with Heavy rain, sometimes hail and wind. They often hit before dark and leave dark clear skies. The seeing can be variable after though.
A reminder of the day temps. Very hot. Remember to pack the 30+ as much as the insect repellant. It can also bring issues for scopes left out under tarps.

Packed and ready to go.

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Just confirmed ...

No Fridge
No BBQ
No Microwave.

So ice will be probably necessary for those without portable refrigerators.

Pretty sure there is a stove and kettle and toaster.
And we believe the hot water system has been fixed.
Seems to be that is it.
Obviosly not meant for holidayers.

Never the less ... can't wait.

On the positive, I remember there is a nice big covered veranda down one side.

My Mobile Phone: 0412 926 920 please make a note in case.

[Inmykombi (Geoff)]

Thx Allan,
I spoke to Mr Owl oday and he said he is 95 % a goer......

And about the shower, I dont care if its still roken, I will be having cold showers anyway in his heat.

2 more sleeps and then the Convoy begins.

Who has spare hand helds for the folks who dont ?


Geoffro.

[Arthur Alchin (Arthur Alchin)]

I have 3 handhelds, a 5w for me of course and 2x 0.7watts I have ear marked one for Allan and the other is spare. Will have them at the twin servos.

I know Jacob has a 5 watt so we should catch him early after we get through Merriwa or slightly beyond.

Gees i need the break

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Originally Posted by Arthur Alchin

...Gees i need the break

Hey Arthur,
How does it feel?
The thread you started 6 months ago (or whatever) in general chat.
Atlast coming together very nicely.

I note... the usual suspects
plus a couple of new faces

I am so looking forwardto this!
BTW: New Truck holds a lot more than the old one

I am going to try to buy a decent handheld tomorrow myself.
I have gift vouchers for Dick Smith Electronoics.
I note you have a 5watt for yourself.
Any recommendations?

And Geoff, i agree.
theres nothing like a good convoy.
Maybe THIS TIME you guys will follow me ???

[Arthur Alchin (Arthur Alchin)]

I have the GME 6200 H/Held and Jacob has the GME 6100, both 5w but mine has 20 UHF scanner channels which is, i feel a great waste of time.
The cheaper is probably equally as good.

Saying that i don't know where on the coast you can buy GME.

Dick Smith Sells a 5w Uniden which i think is equally as good, juat watch the price. I think they are in the mid $300-400 mark.

Best price usually goes to Andrews Communication in greystaynes (Sydney and they usually supply the hand held Speaker/ mic inthe price (valued about $80-90). a place in victoria road drummoyne called "everything gps" (or close to it) also sells the GME

There are stacks on ebay from H/Kong but question how well they comply to Aussie telecommunication standards.

[gb_astro]

Sorry guys, a few things have conspired to keep me in Sydney so I'm going to have to withdraw from the trip.

Also looking at the weather forecast it looks like you might need at least one sacrificial lamb so might as well start with me.

Hope it goes well,
Greg.

[GTB_an_Owl (Geoff)]

gee Greg - thats a pity

an SDM would have been great for the beautiful skys we are going to get - (you should know NOT to look at weather reports)

you can always change your mind you know - i mean it could be raining in Sydney this weekend

oh! and by the way - the Owl is now 97% certain of going

geoff

[sasup (Stacey)]

wish I could come but I still am waiting on the truss bars from Telescopes and Astronomy in vic. I am very keen to get out there. I had thought about having some truss bars made here in Sydney but not sure how full on that is. Have fun guys. Hope for clear skies

[sally1jack (Phil)]

have a great trip guys , can't make it . see you in feb
Phil

[GTB_an_Owl (Geoff)]

Ric has picked up all my gear - so i guess the owl has no option other than to go

Alan - is there an IGA or other at dunedoo ?

geoff

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Originally Posted by GTB_an_Owl

Ric has picked up all my gear - so i guess the owl has no option other than to go

Alan - is there an IGA or other at dunedoo ?

geoff

Thats great news Geoff.
Seems the younger guys are dropping like flies!
Again it will be up to the "usual suspects" to keep the flag flying.
(thats an idea, bring the "horshead" banner for our camp.

Yes, As i recall there is an IGA or equivalent at Dunnedoo.
Just near the famous pie shop.
Can't wait for another steak and kidney specialty
Or their "the works" pie.
mmm!

I just bought myself a GME6100. Thanks for the advice Arthur.
Looks like a very nice piece of work.
Paid a little extra. $324 with bonus speaker mic and 12 volt charging kit.
But there are not many options here in Newcastle.

Pleased to report CPC1100 and BT100 fit nicely into the new van.

BTW: For brownie points (and I do owe quite a few now) I will be having breakfast at home. So don't worry if I dont turn up till close to the 9:30 departure time. But don't be leaving without me like last time.
So much to do, so litle time.

[theodog (Jeff)]

Originally Posted by GTB_an_Owl

Alan - is there an IGA or other at dunedoo ?

geoff

Come on, you guys need to get out west a little more. We have to eat too.

If any are considering a day-trip to Coona, it might be worth-while taking a photo of the "Pluto" sign in Merriwa and I think there's a "Neptune" at Dunedoo. You could do the Solar system drive.